Principles of Exercise Prescription

Apart from the general benefits to be achieved, it is wise to also establish specific objectives, to determine which particular physical parameters are to be improved. If

body weight (fat) and cardiovascular systems are important considerations than aerobic activity will be especially important. If muscle and joint stiffness are a problem than flexibility training should play a large part, if muscle strength and tone are low then some strengthening work should be included. In other words, a program should be designed to meet these established objectives. This will involve decisions about the type, duration and frequency as well as a means to evaluate your improvement.

Training Threshold

There is a minimum amount of exercise that is required to produce significant